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Still Alive! Choco Mucho Climbs to Top 8, Stuns Chery! Bell Chokes, Mendrez Shocks Chery!

In a thrilling five-setter, Choco Mucho Flying Titans pulled off a massive upset, defeating Chery Tiggo Crossovers to stay in contention for the top 8. The intense match saw Choco Mucho win with scores of 25-6, 25-11, 23-25, 19-25, and 15-12, showcasing the team’s resilience and fighting spirit.

Choco Mucho’s starting lineup, including standout players like Galang, executed a near-perfect game, especially in the first set, where they dominated with a whopping six blocks, shutting down Chery’s offense and establishing a solid lead. Their defensive wall continued to hold in the second set, while limiting Chery to only 11 points, thanks to sharp attacks and smart plays.

Chery Tiggo, however, refused to go down without a fight. With Bell leading the charge, they clawed their way back into the match, taking the third and fourth sets in a fierce battle. Chery tied the game at 19-all in the third set before eventually securing it at 25-23, with Bell’s impressive spikes and blocks paving the way. Chery showed their grit, but the momentum was shifting.

The deciding fifth set was where Choco Mucho’s hunger for victory truly shone. Despite trailing by 7 points at 12-5, Choco Mucho, fueled by Santiago Manabat and Mendrez, staged an unbelievable comeback. Mendrez delivered a standout performance, scoring 18 points (14 attacks, 2 blocks, and 2 aces) and earning the Player of the Game award. Santiago Manabat added 17 points, including four big blocks, while Zoe Faki led Chery Tiggo with 25 points, but it wasn’t enough to stop Choco Mucho’s surge.

In the end, Choco Mucho sealed the match with a 15-12 victory in the final set, causing heartbreak for Chery. Bell, who had been dominant early on, struggled to maintain her form in the clutch moments, leading to what fans described as a “choke” during the critical points.

This victory pushed Choco Mucho up to the Top 8, now with two wins and four losses, keeping their quarterfinal hopes alive. Meanwhile, Chery Tiggo, despite strong performances from its key players, remains stuck in the standings, having faced a tough loss.

As the tournament continues, Choco Mucho’s dramatic victory against Chery proves they are not done yet, with their eyes set firmly on advancing further. Fans can expect more high-stakes battles ahead as the race to the quarterfinals heats up.